Starbase vs. Cameron County: This time it’s over residents’ water supply
Starbase’s city administrator is asking Cameron County to resume its water deliveries for residents in and around the company town.
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How is Pluckers celebrating its 30th anniversary? Deals on wings, beer
Austin's own Pluckers Wing Bar marks 30 years this July, bucking corporate trends while earning accolades for its food and workplace culture.
Ambiq Micro Files for $85M IPO, Targets AI Edge Computing Market
Austin-based Ambiq Micro, a maker of ultra-low power AI semiconductors, aims to raise up to $85 million in an IPO. Its chips are used in over 270 million devices, including smartwatches, with most customers in China.
Chuy's to Open New $1.75M Restaurant in Bastrop by 2026
Chuy's, the Austin-based restaurant, has announced plans to open a new $1.75 million restaurant in Bastrop.
Texas hemp industry braces for special session on THC regulation
Texas hemp industry prepares for a special legislative session that could regulate or shut down THC products, following Gov. Abbott's veto of a ban.
Texas Cities Rank High for First-Time Home Buyers in 2024
A few Texas cities have attractive qualities for first-time homeowners. A recent study shows how they compare to others around the country.
First 'bite-sized' IKEA store opens in San Marcos
New scaled down IKEA location in San Marcos offers a 'bite-sized' experience for home goods shoppers.
Waymo expands Austin service area to 90 square miles, topping Tesla
The Alphabet-owned autonomous ride-hailing service now covers neighborhoods like Crestview, Windsor Park, and The Domain.
Waymo Expands Austin Autonomous Service to 90 Square Miles
Waymo expands its Austin service to 90 square miles, adding new areas and destinations.
Texas Ranks as Most Financially Distressed State in 2025
Texas has the largest share of residents in financial distress, despite having one of the world's largest economies, according to 2025 data.
From the faux mini store to world’s biggest gas station: Texas Buc-ee’s comes in all sizes
Normal-sized Buc-ee’s exist too — and the charm and hype don’t always carry over compared to the massive, modern mega-stores.
$440M Data Center Planned in Elon Musk’s Austin Suburban Hub
A $440 million data center with an odd name is going up in Bastrop County, the suburban Austin hub of several of Elon Musk’s companies.
Tesla North American Sales Executive Exits Amid Sales Slump
Tesla's North American sales leader departs amid ongoing sales decline and executive reshuffling.
First small IKEA opening in Texas. Will it replace Buc-ee's as the next roadside icon?
Texas loves miniature stores, and the Swedish home goods giant, IKEA, is opening its first small-scale store in Texas.
Austin housing market slowdown continues in first half of 2025
The market shift continued in June with prices down, inventory up and buyers gaining a little more leverage amid lingering affordability concerns.
First half of 2025 sees slowdown in Austin housing market
Data from the Austin Board of Realtors shows home sales and prices dipping in June, further easing a market that has long been challenging for buyers.
Houston developer Lovett Industrial expands into Austin with Fusion 130 near Tesla
Lovett Industrial’s development will add 1.5 million square feet of space on Texas 130 north of Tesla. It’ll be called Fusion 130. It's also building a $30 million logistics center in Schertz.
Wheatsville Co-op to Close Guadalupe Store, Expand to Two Fresh Plus Locations
Wheatsville Co-op will close its Guadalupe store in 2026 and expand into two Fresh Plus locations, preserving its community-focused mission and iconic Mangiasaurus.
SpaceX Cleared to Build Liquid Oxygen Plant Near South Texas Beach
Cameron County commissioners approved plans for SpaceX to build a liquid oxygen plant near South Texas beach despite environmental concerns raised by locals.
Firefly Aerospace Files to Go Public as FLY
Firefly Aerospace, the Texas-based company that made history with a moon landing in March, has filed to go public on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol FLY.